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Selena Gomez's Grandfather Gives Her Away at Intimate Wedding Celebration
28 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Selena Gomez married Benny Blanco in Santa Barbara, California on September 27
- Gomez's mom, Mandy Teefey, was overjoyed and called the event "perfect"
- Teefey revealed Gomez's grandfather, David Cornett, walked her down the aisle
On September 27, 2025, singer and actress Selena Gomez married music producer Benny Blanco in a private ceremony in Santa Barbara, California. Gomez's mother, Mandy Teefey, was thrilled to witness the special occasion, describing it as a "perfect celebration for the most kick ass couple."
Teefey, 49, was particularly touched by who Gomez chose to give her away at the wedding. Rather than her father, Ricardo Gomez, or her stepfather, Brian Teefey, Selena selected her grandfather, David Cornett, to walk her down the aisle. Teefey called this moment "beyond heartwarming," further proving the close bond between Selena and her family.
Addressing any speculation that she may have been hurt by not being the one to give Selena away, Teefey firmly dismissed the rumors, calling the idea "ludacris." She went on to welcome Benny Blanco into the family, expressing her love for the newlyweds and describing their relationship as a "Sunday kind of love."
